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Miss You Like Hell

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

Jan 29

Mar 01

Miss You Like Hell

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

Beatriz arrives in Philadelphia to convince her estranged 16 year-old daughter Olivia to join her on a road trip to California. Along the way, they...

Maple Sugaring Days

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Feb 01 - 27

Maple Sugaring Days

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Brookside Nature Center

February is Maple Sugaring Month at Brookside Nature Center. Every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, you will have the opportunity to experience an...

February First Friday Gallery Opening

Presented by Artists & Makers Studios

Feb 07 - 28

February First Friday Gallery Opening

Presented by Artists & Makers Studios at Artists & Makers Studios

The graduates of The Compass Atelier’s Master Artist Program, Class of 2020 will have their Thesis Exhibition at Artists & Makers Studios from...

Zomo The Rabbit: A Hip-Hop Creation Myth

Presented by Imagination Stage

Feb 08

Mar 22

Zomo The Rabbit: A Hip-Hop Creation Myth

Presented by Imagination Stage at Imagination Stage

By Psalmayene 24 Music by Nick “tha1da” Hernandez Directed by Raymond O. Caldwell Zomo- one hip-hoppity rabbit- is taking on Washington, DC....

The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC

Feb 14

Mar 29

The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC at Adventure Theatre MTC

The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats February 14–March 29, 2020 Directed by Victoria Baatin Adapted for the stage by Jerome Hairston...

VLOC Presents, The Pirates of Penzance

Presented by Victorian Lyric Opera Company

Feb 21

Mar 01

VLOC Presents, The Pirates of Penzance

Presented by Victorian Lyric Opera Company at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Lights! Camera! Pirates! The Victorian Lyric Opera Company is proud to present a new take on a beloved classic, The Pirates of Penzance, opening...

Bokanté

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 26

Bokanté

Presented by Strathmore at AMP by Strathmore

WITH SNARKY PUPPY’S MICHAEL LEAGUE Snarky Puppy mastermind Michael League has assembled this Grammy-nominated international supergroup whose...

Flow-Verse at BlackRock

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

Feb 27

Flow-Verse at BlackRock

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

Whether you sing, write poetry, play an instrument, rap, have a band, or perform spoken word, our stage is yours! BlackRock presents Flow-Verse, a...

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Free

Artists in Fiction Book Club

Presented by Strathmore

Nov 20

Apr 22

Artists in Fiction Book Club

Presented by Strathmore at The Mansion at Strathmore

Explore the fictions of your favorite artists, turning the pages of both popular and lesser-known novels, then join fellow readers and art...

Montgomery Art Association Show at Oasis Art Gallery

Presented by Montgomery Art Association

Jan 13

Apr 10

Montgomery Art Association Show at Oasis Art Gallery

Presented by Montgomery Art Association at Oasis Art Gallery

Montgomery Art Association Member Show & Sale at the Oasis Art Gallery Artist Reception: Saturday, January 25, from 2:00 – 3:30 pm Exhibit: January...

Teeny Revelers - Winter 2020

Presented by Washington Revels

Jan 14

Mar 12

Teeny Revelers - Winter 2020

Presented by Washington Revels at Washington Revels

Bring your little ones for this FREE series of early arts enrichment activities at Washington Revels — NOW MEETING WEEKLY! Tuesdays: REVELS PLAY...

Little Free Library Box Reception

Presented by Takoma Park Arts

Feb 26

Little Free Library Box Reception

Presented by Takoma Park Arts at Takoma Park Community Center

Please join us at the Takoma Park Community Center to see five new Little Free Library boxes featuring groundbreaking female authors and activists...

The Writer’s Center LIVE!

Presented by The Writer's Center

Feb 29

The Writer’s Center LIVE!

Presented by The Writer's Center at The Writer's Center

Readings! Live music! Antics! Beer! Featuring nationally renowned authors Rachel Coonce, Jennifer Hamady, Dave Housley, Rayceen Pendarvis, and...

“Colorful Explorations”: An MAA Members Show at Glenview Mansion

Presented by Montgomery Art Association

Mar 01 - 27

“Colorful Explorations”: An MAA Members Show at Glenview Mansion

Presented by Montgomery Art Association at Glenview Mansion at Rockville Civic Center Park

Reception: Sunday, March 1, from 1:30 – 3:30 pm Exhibit: Sunday, March 1 – Friday, March 27, 2020 For this Montgomery Art Association show in the...

Tuesday Talks: "The Path To Leadership: Montgomery County Women, Women’s Clubs, and Suffrage"

Presented by Montgomery History

Mar 03

Tuesday Talks: "The Path To Leadership: Montgomery County Women, Women’s Clubs, and Suffrage"

Presented by Montgomery History at Beall-Dawson Museum

The Path To Leadership: Montgomery County Women, Women’s Clubs, and Suffrage Speaker: Claire McDonald Tuesday, March 3 12 pm – 1 pm Beall-Dawson...

Words out Loud Spoken Word Series

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

Mar 06

Words out Loud Spoken Word Series

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture at Glen Echo Park Popcorn Gallery

Bonnie Naradzay (poetry) and Arthur Harrison (theramin, electronic musical instrument). Plus open mic and literary trivia quiz. Bonnie Naradzay’s...

The Doctor is In! March Office Hours with Dr. Stonestreet

Presented by Montgomery History

Mar 07

The Doctor is In! March Office Hours with Dr. Stonestreet

Presented by Montgomery History at Stonestreet Museum of 19th Century Medicine

March 7 Office Hours | 19th Century Farm and Mill Accidents Farms and Mills were an essential part of 19th century life in Montgomery County....

Speaking Our Truths Poetry Reading

Presented by Takoma Park Arts

Mar 19

Speaking Our Truths Poetry Reading

Presented by Takoma Park Arts at Takoma Park Community Center

In the next edition of the Third Thursday Poetry series, local poets Marti Pates, Sosha Pinson, Tatiana Figueroa Ramirez, and Susan Scheid will read...

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Kids + Family

Storytime at the Arts Barn

Presented by Arts Barn

Jan 24

Feb 28

Storytime at the Arts Barn

Presented by Arts Barn at Arts Barn

Join us at the Arts Barn for a seasonal story and coloring. Fee includes snack and drink. Parent/guardian attends free with child.

Beauty and the Beast

Presented by the Puppet Co.

Feb 20

Mar 29

Beauty and the Beast

Presented by the Puppet Co. at the Puppet Co. Playhouse

A romantic tale of a handsome prince, and his love, Beauty, set in a great forest in old Russia. There are curses, conflicts, hopes, wishes, dreams,...

Fairy Tale Days

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Feb 26

Mar 01

Fairy Tale Days

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Locust Grove Nature Center

Come to Locust Grove for February’s theme week: Fairy Tale Days. In honor of National Fairy Tale Day, the Nature Center will feature special...

Care of Magical Creatures

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Feb 28

Care of Magical Creatures

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Locust Grove Nature Center

Calling all young wizards! Join us for a magical animal encounter with Professor Aster. Followed by a short hike to find Fantastic Beasts – weather...

Wow in the World Pop-Up Party

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 29

Wow in the World Pop-Up Party

Presented by Strathmore at Music Center at Strathmore

The Wow in the World Pop-Up Party brings the insanely popular kids podcast out in the world. Host Mindy Thomas weaves STEM-themed interactive games...

Fairy Tale Campfire

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Mar 01

Fairy Tale Campfire

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Locust Grove Nature Center

We’ll make magic wands using natural materials, then tell some classic fairy tales as we roast marshmallows over the fire. Costumes welcome. For ages...

Travel the world with Story Tapestries: The Giggling, Wiggling Bookworm

Presented by Story Tapestries

Mar 05 - 07

Travel the world with Story Tapestries: The Giggling, Wiggling Bookworm

Presented by Story Tapestries at BlackRock Center for the Arts

Travel the world with Story Tapestries! Don’t miss “The Giggling, Wiggling Bookworm” at the BlackRock Center for the Arts. Dive into the ocean, soar...

Ethiopia Day at KID Museum

Presented by KID Museum

Mar 08

Ethiopia Day at KID Museum

Presented by KID Museum at KID Museum

Bring the entire family, best for ages 4-11. Drop in any time, 10am-5pm, and stay as long as you like! Activities to include: Ethiopian Spices and...

Nest by Happy Theater

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

Mar 14

Nest by Happy Theater

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

In a nest in a tree, an egg is kept warm. Then a Baby Bird hatches! The Baby is fed and nurtured by the Tree Fairy, and both the Baby and the Fairy...

BSO Music Box

Presented by Strathmore

Mar 28

BSO Music Box

Presented by Strathmore at AMP by Strathmore

Back by popular demand! The BSO Music Box concert series is the perfect program for budding little music lovers. Maria Broom hosts these 30-minute...

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Art

Art & Artist: From Mona Lisa to Jackson Pollock

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 13

Mar 23

Art & Artist: From Mona Lisa to Jackson Pollock

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Explore various styles and learn about prominent artists of each period. This 8-week course will enable beginner and intermediate level artists to...

Drawing & Painting: Landscapes

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 14

Mar 17

Drawing & Painting: Landscapes

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Students will work with teaching artist Jose Piedra to explore the elements of art: composition, perspective, form, colors, texture, and values!...

Beginner/Intermediate Drawing & Painting

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 15

Mar 11

Beginner/Intermediate Drawing & Painting

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Explore the foundations of art techniques: use of color, lines, shading, and shapes to create both realistic and imaginative compositions in pencil...

Kids Pottery: Clay Creations

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 15

Mar 11

Kids Pottery: Clay Creations

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

In this 8-week class, we’ll explore all sorts of fun hand-building methods that have been used since the dawn of civilization. We’ll transform...

Senior Art Club

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 15

Mar 11

Senior Art Club

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

In this class for older adults, our teaching artists will guide you step-by-step through art techniques designed to promote emotional and physical...

Portfolio Prep

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 16

Mar 12

Portfolio Prep

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Accomplished professional artist Sandy Bryck will help you prepare for your journey as an artist, whether that be applying to college, artist...

Beyond the Basics

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 17

Mar 13

Beyond the Basics

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Explore the fundamentals of two-dimensional art and learn new techniques to incorporate into your work. Explore a variety of personal projects under...

Art Immersion: Young Artist

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 18

Mar 07

Art Immersion: Young Artist

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Learn how to paint, draw, build, sculpt, and CREATE in this class designed to introduce young artists to new materials and techniques in a fun and...

Art Immersion: Drawing & Painting

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Jan 18

Mar 14

Art Immersion: Drawing & Painting

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Learn the basics of painting and drawing in this class designed to introduce young artists to the foundations of art in a fun and creative...

Family Pottery Mini Session 2

Presented by CREATE Arts Center

Feb 09

Mar 01

Family Pottery Mini Session 2

Presented by CREATE Arts Center at CREATE Arts Center

Whether your clay creations are purely decorative or practical pieces, you’ll treasure the time you spend working both independently and as a family....

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Music

Niccolo Seligmann, early folk instrumentalist

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 12 - 26

Niccolo Seligmann, early folk instrumentalist

Presented by Strathmore at The Mansion at Strathmore

When Niccolo Seligmann comes across an obscure folk instrument he’s never seen before, he can’t help but pick it up and play! Having earned a...

BSO Presents Aretha - A Tribute

Presented by Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Feb 27

BSO Presents Aretha - A Tribute

Presented by Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Music Center at Strathmore

Lucas Waldin, conductor Capathia Jenkins, vocalist Darryl Williams, vocalist A tribute to the Queen of Soul, this program features symphony favorite...

Latin Jazz with Marlow Rosado

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

Feb 28

Latin Jazz with Marlow Rosado

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

Marlow Rosado, a two-time Grammy Award-winner, returns by popular demand for a night of an intoxicating blend of jazz and salsa! With more than two...

Gary Nunez & Plena Libre

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 28

Gary Nunez & Plena Libre

Presented by Strathmore at AMP by Strathmore

Reaching deep into Puerto Rico’s rich musical heritage, Plena Libre draws from both contemporary Caribbean sounds and indigenous genres like plena...

Marlow Guitar Series presents Bandini-Chiacchiaretta (Italy) in Silver Spring

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series

Feb 29

Marlow Guitar Series presents Bandini-Chiacchiaretta (Italy) in Silver Spring

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series at Cultural Arts Center-Montgomery College

Experience the charm and magic of tango through Bandini-Chiacchiaretta. On the quintessential instruments of Argentina–guitar and bandoneon, the...

That '70s Party with Superflydisco

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 29

That '70s Party with Superflydisco

Presented by Strathmore at AMP by Strathmore

For one night only, AMP transforms into Studio 54. If you are ready to get funky and boogie the night away, this is your moment. Surrounded by disco...

Marlow Guitar Series Presents Bandini-Chiacchiaretta

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series

Feb 29

Marlow Guitar Series Presents Bandini-Chiacchiaretta

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series at Cultural Arts Center-Montgomery College

Giampaolo and Cesare return! If you heard – or only heard about – their phenomenal Marlow debut, you won’t want to miss this night. Pre-Concert...

Steve Herberman & Lena Seikaly Duo

Presented by Arts on the Green

Feb 29

Steve Herberman & Lena Seikaly Duo

Presented by Arts on the Green at Arts Barn

The Steve Herberman/Lena Seikaly guitar and vocal duo has played together regularly for the past 5 years, primarily in the DC metro area. They enjoy...

Saturday Family Jam Sessions

Presented by Strathmore

Feb 29

Apr 25

Saturday Family Jam Sessions

Presented by Strathmore at The Mansion at Strathmore

Junior music aficionados spend Saturday mornings in the Mansion singing, playing, and preparing for a lifetime of music appreciation. This year,...

Annapolis Symphony Orchestra with Anne Akiko Meyers

Presented by Strathmore

Mar 01

Annapolis Symphony Orchestra with Anne Akiko Meyers

Presented by Strathmore at Music Center at Strathmore

José-Luis Novo, conductor Anne Akiko Meyers, violin From Maryland’s capital to the Music Center, the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO) shares...

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Theatre

Musical Theatre in Rockville MD

Presented by ArtStream Inc.

Jan 29

Mar 18

Musical Theatre in Rockville MD

Presented by ArtStream Inc. at Bender Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington

Learn the music and moves to your favorite productions! The final class will be a sharing for family and friends. Wednesdays, Jan 29 – Mar 18, 2020...

Thumbelina

Presented by Imagination Stage

Feb 15

Apr 05

Thumbelina

Presented by Imagination Stage at Imagination Stage

Written and Directed by Natsu Onoda Power Adapted from the Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tale What happens when a girl no bigger than a thumb finds...

Murder at McGinty's Dinner Theatre

Presented by McGinty's Public House

Feb 29

Murder at McGinty's Dinner Theatre

Presented by McGinty's Public House at McGinty's Public House

“When you die Steampunk, you die in style!” McGinty’s Public House and A Taste For Murder Productions have partnered to present a dinner and a...

The Amateurs

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

Mar 04

Apr 05

The Amateurs

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

Everything is going about as well as can be expected until the actress playing Noah’s Wife stops to ask why her character would get on the boat...

The Spitfire Grill

Presented by Arts on the Green

Mar 06 - 22

The Spitfire Grill

Presented by Arts on the Green at Arts Barn

A feisty parolee (Percy) follows her dreams, based on a page from an old travel book, to a small town in Wisconsin and finds a place for herself...

Murder at the Mansion Dessert Theater: Kill Again's Island

Presented by Arts on the Green

Mar 20 - 22

Murder at the Mansion Dessert Theater: Kill Again's Island

Presented by Arts on the Green at Kentlands Mansion

Kihiliikin Island is a small speck in the Hawaiian archipelago, occupied by an eclectic collection of souls. One day a wave deposits a lost surfer on...

Cost of Living

Presented by Round House Theatre

Apr 01 - 19

Cost of Living

Presented by Round House Theatre at Round House Theatre Bethesda

After thrilling Round House audiences with the premiere of her Helen Hayes Award-winning Ironbound in 2015, Martyna Majok returns with another prize...

The Humans

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

Apr 01

May 03

The Humans

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

This year, they gather in New York City at youngest daughter Brigid’s Chinatown apartment – a basement duplex that would feel like a bargain if not...

Magician Kourosh Taie, Labor of Love

Presented by Arts on the Green

Apr 03

Magician Kourosh Taie, Labor of Love

Presented by Arts on the Green at Arts Barn

Comedy, magic and mentalism collide to create a tour de force of elegant deceptions and spell-binding entertainment. Recommended for ages 15 & up.

Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen

Presented by Quotidian Theatre Company

Apr 03 - 26

Ghosts by Henrik Ibsen

Presented by Quotidian Theatre Company at The Writer's Center

Henrik Ibsen’s “Ghosts” – April 3 – April 26, 2020 Adapted and directed by Kevin O’Connell Helene Alving has spent her life suspended in an emotional...

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